Elective or Minor Surgery, Mental Health

Outpatient / Ambulatory Surgery Centers (ASCs)

Most elective surgeries can be performed in an outpatient facility. Independent and physician-owned outpatient centers tend to be less expensive than hospitals
for most surgeries, but not all ASCs have physicians licensed and experienced in each surgery type. Additional resources in this segment coming soon!

Hospitals

Most procedures that require more than 24 hours recovery time on location should be done at a hospital. Many of the more complicated
or risky procedures are done at a hospital, but fewer and fewer need to be. Additional resources in this segment coming soon!

Surgical Specialists

Most surgeries are performed by a specialist. Below is a list of some of the many types of surgical specialists, some of whom can perform surgery
right in their office. Additional resources in this segment coming soon!

Neurologist

Orthopedic (Bone & Joint) Surgeon

Physical Therapist

Spine Surgeon

Eye Specialist (Ophthalmologist)

Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT) Specialist

Endoscopy Specialist (Gastroenterologist)

Urologist (urinary tract and men's reproductive system)

Skin Specialist (Dermatologist)

Weight Loss Specialist (Bariatrics)

Plastic Surgeon (cosmetic surgeries, lifts, tucks, etc.)

Psychotherapy

Includes diagnosis and treatment of a variety of mental health issues. Additional resources in this segment coming soon!